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Fisherman on quayside with his dog, Cork, Ireland
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Fisherman on quayside with his dog, Cork, Ireland
A fisherman wearing a cloth cap and sports jacket, stands on the quayside at Cork Harbour, Ireland. He is mending his fishing nets and he and his dog look at the camera. He is laughing Date: 1989
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© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1989 Cloth Cork Dunn Eighties Fisherman Mending Nets Philip Quayside Smile
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This photograph, taken in 1989, captures the essence of a simpler way of life along the picturesque quayside of Cork Harbour in Ireland. The fisherman, identified as Philip Dunn, stands proudly in his worn cloth cap and sports jacket, his face creased with the lines of hard work and the corners of his mouth turned up in a warm, genuine smile. His loyal companion, a dog named Cork, sits at his side, keeping a watchful eye on the bustling harbor activity. The scene is set against the backdrop of the 1980s, a time when the world was on the cusp of great technological advancements, but the traditional fishing industry in Ireland was still very much alive. The fisherman is in the midst of mending his fishing nets, a task that has likely been a part of his daily routine for years. The sun casts a warm glow over the quayside, and the reflection of the boats in the water adds a sense of tranquility to the image. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the strong bond between a man and his dog, and the simple joys of life that can be found in the most unexpected places. It is a snapshot of a moment in time, frozen forever in the rich history of Cork, Ireland.
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